Ivy Tech Columbus to host business showcase, pitch competition

Ivy Tech Community College Columbus campus will be hosting a showcase of student businesses as well as a pitch competition next week.

The activities will be going on April 30th at the airpark campus on Central Avenue in Columbus. The showcase will be from 3 to 5 p.m. and the pitch competition will be from 6 to 8 p.m.

During the pitch competition, students will present their business ideas with the chance to win cash prizes. They will have a chance at $2,500 for 1st place; $1,250 for 2nd place; and $750 for 3rd place. Students in the college’s Garatoni School of Entrepreneurship and Innovation will be presenting. Students in the college’s other programs as well as alumni are welcome to enter the competition. You can  enter the competition here: link.ivytech.edu/competition

Community members are encouraged to attend the showcase and pitch competition to hear the student’s proposals and give your feedback.

The event is free and you are invited to attend.